German composer Gerhard Stäbler has created a vast range of work embracing music, performance art, and community events over more than four decades. This collection of creative responses, histories, analyses, and tributes reecting his artistic, political and cultural commitments is the rst book in English devoted to his work. Composers, performers, musicologists, artists, and students who have worked with Stäbler discuss their collaborations and inspirations, and a range of recent projects are presented with color images that bring their vivid characters to life.